The Other Huge Difference Between Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer

The Other Huge Difference Between Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer

Politics / June 25, 2024 Yes, they disagree on Gaza. But the Democratic primary rivals are also far apart when it comes to taxing billionaires and multinational corporations. Ad Policy Jamaal Bowman and George Latimer during a debate on May 13, 2024.(News12) Media coverage of Tuesday’s Democratic primary battle between US Rep. Jamaal Bowman—the progressive … Read more

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Heatwave produced a whole lot of media hot air

Tales from the Coffeeshop: Heatwave produced a whole lot of media hot air

THE BIGGEST news story over last few days has been that it was very hot. As if anyone in Kyproulla had not felt the scorching heat and had to be informed about it by continuous reports and updates from the media.OK, it was the highest ever temperature recorded in early June, but what more is … Read more

Our View: Anthropocentric schools , – teachers are at the heart of our ‘human-centred’ schools

Our View: Anthropocentric schools , – teachers are at the heart of our ‘human-centred’ schools

The fact described in the text is that the education minister, Dr Athina Michaelidou, spoke about creating modern, anthropocentric schools during the opening of a primary school and kindergarten in Larnaca.

Muslim schools caught up in France, ’s fight against Islamism

Sihame Denguir enrolled her teenage son and daughter in France’s largest Muslim private school, Averroes, in Lille, which lost government funding due to not complying with secular principles.

It will need courage and willingness of all parties to restart the talks, says German Ambassador

It will need courage and willingness of all parties to restart the talks, says German Ambassador

Germany and Europe are preparing for two significant events: the European Parliament elections and the UEFA EURO 2024 football tournament in Germany. The German Ambassador to Cyprus expressed concern about the rise of right-wing parties in the elections and emphasized Germany’s support for a solution to the Cyprus issue based on UN resolutions. Germany aims to host EURO 2024 as a symbol of cohesion in Europe, promoting sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Germany also advocates for a strong and united EU, despite facing challenges like Putin’s war in Ukraine. The 2004 enlargement of the EU serves as a lesson on the importance of unity and speaking with one voice in foreign policy. Germany’s proposals for EU decision-making reform aim to ensure the Union remains capable of action. Germany is committed to supporting Cyprus in finding a comprehensive solution to the Cyprus issue, emphasizing the importance of confidence-building between Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot communities.

‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

‘In Cyprus, under 30s are screwed!’

Millennials are the most populous age group in Cyprus, with over a quarter of a million individuals. Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, are entering the workforce and facing challenges such as financial anxiety, minimal salaries, and limited opportunities. They are characterized as practical hedonists who prioritize meaningful experiences over economic security. Generation Z is competing with three other generations for limited jobs, wealth, housing, and opportunities, making the future uncertain for under-30s in Cyprus.

Education ministry working on mobile phone ban in secondary schools

Education ministry working on mobile phone ban in secondary schools

The education ministry in Cyprus is working on a bill to introduce the same penalties for secondary school students using mobile phones in class as those currently enforced in primary schools.

Buildings leap to the future with new logbooks

Buildings leap to the future with new logbooks

Digital records can help make European homes and offices greener and healthier.

Our View: There is no nursing shortage in public hospitals

Our View: There is no nursing shortage in public hospitals

Unions representing public hospital nurses demanded the hiring of another 170 nurses due to staff shortages. Public hospitals are always short-staffed, with significant shortages caused by retirements, transfers, and staff on leave. Private hospitals have more flexible working conditions and can service the same number of beds with a third of the nurses. The health ministry and Okypy should focus on making better use of hospital staff rather than hiring more nurses. Some nurses are seconded to other parts of the public sector and not performing nursing duties, contributing to the staffing shortage.

‘, Rebuild Britain’: Labour sets out first steps for government

‘, Rebuild Britain’: Labour sets out first steps for government

Keir Starmer, the leader of Britain’s opposition Labour party, outlined six priorities for his party if they win the upcoming national election.